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LC61 PCV

2011 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

106,961 mi
Last recorded106,961 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 PCV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 106,961 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both drivers and passengers rear discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 106,961 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bush displaced (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cut to cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both drivers and passengers rear discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 100,154 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 93,045 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 93,044 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2023 85,380 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 85,379 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 76,194 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 68,751 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also close to legal limit. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 63,250 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 13 Jul 2020 63,250 miles

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating Rear brake's also binding. (1.2.1 (e))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 56,383 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jul 2019 56,383 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 48,771 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 44,727 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear tyre tread cracked but not showing chords

Pass 10 Nov 2016 37,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 30,137 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 24,722 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Ceed?

Based on 1,665,385 MOT tests across 147,843 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,838
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
147,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,111
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,091
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LC61 PCV is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2011 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 69,337 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Ceed fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC61 PCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Ceed typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LC61 PCV registered?

LC61 PCV is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is LC61 PCV safe to buy?

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